Opera Carolina: Eugene Onegin

May9 - 12, 2019•BELK THEATER at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Overview

Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin

Beautiful, educated and forthright Tatyana is rejected when she declares her love for Eugene, a rich playboy. Soon after, he kills his best friend in a duel.

Years later, Eugene returns from self-imposed exile to discover Tatyana married to a prince. He realizes – too late – his love for her. In choosing fidelity to her husband, Tatyana denies herself true love – but preserves her honor.